Airfield Lighting Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer - Aviation to join our team in one of our offices located in either: Tampa, FL; Dallas, TX; Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL; or Denver, CO.

We are seeking an experienced Airport Electrical Engineer to join our Aviation Electrical team. In this role, you will support and lead airfield electrical design projects, bringing your technical expertise to runways, taxiways, NAVAIDS, approach lighting, and related airport development programs.

Your role

You will take on more advanced, independent, and leadershiporiented responsibilities than an entrylevel engineer, including:

• Leading or supporting the planning, design, and production of airfield electrical engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.

• Developing airfield lighting and electrical system designs (e.g., runways, taxiways, aprons, ALCMS, vaults, NAVAIDS, and supporting utilities).

• Conducting engineering investigations, calculations, and feasibility studies, applying FAA Advisory Circulars, NEC, and relevant airport design standards.

• Performing site visits and field observations of construction, resolving technical issues and supporting clients and contractors during implementation.

• Reviewing shop drawings, submittals, photometric analyses, and contractor RFIs.

• Coordinating design deliverables with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structures, planning).

• Preparing reports, permitting documents, cost estimates, and design narratives.

• Mentoring junior engineers, supporting their development and reviewing their work.

• Upholding engineering ethics and contribute to a collaborative and positive team environment.

• All other duties assigned.

About you

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or any other related field of study.

• EIT or PE preferred or ability to obtain within 1-2 years.

• Experience preparing plans, specifications, and engineering calculations.

• Requires minimum four (4) years of relevant engineering experience.

• Some aviation experience preferred.

• Demonstrated experience with airfield lighting, airfield electrical systems, or airportrelated electrical design (preferred).

• Strong understanding of FAA Advisory Circulars, airfield electrical standards, and applicable codes (NEC, NFPA).

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam, preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing highquality technical documents.

At AtkinsRealis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRealis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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Expected compensation range is between $85,000-$120,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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